The pandemic has made online video communication essential. You may find that at some point you will be tasked with recording what we like to call a self-tape. This is typically a video you record of yourself speaking. Often times you will need to create a self-tape by yourself or with remote assistance from a colleague or a video producer. Here are some tips for filming a self-tape. Many of these pointers can also be applied to video calls in general.

Picking the right filming location will ensure your shoot day runs smoothly. You must consider many factors that may impact the picture, sound, and schedule. Here is a list of 7 tips to help select an ideal place to record.

You’re officially going to be on camera for the first time! How should you prepare? Here are 6 tips that will help you look and sound your best on-screen. Hollywood here you come!

It’s day one of your shoot, and you’re humming along. Then all of a sudden, an unforeseen delay brings your production to a screeching halt. Don’t worry— it was just a bad dream. But here’s a list of first-day mistakes to sidestep so you can host a stress-free filming session.

For the second article in our series, “The Client Perspective”, we chatted with Cathy Casey, former Divisional Director of Corporate Relations & Special Events at The Salvation Army California South Division.

At this point, you have written an RFP, identified a strong vendor candidate, and scheduled a meeting with them. You might be wondering what you should prepare for the first meeting.

At this point, you have written a RFP, sent it out, and received several vendor applicants. Now it’s time to decide which vendor(s) you want to engage further.

This is a guide for anyone who wants to learn how to work with a production company to produce high-quality video content on time and on budget.